Military Physical Fitness 5

Question 1

What does the term 'periodization' mean in the context of military physical training programs?

Accepted Answer

Systematically varying training volume and intensity over time to optimize performance

Answer

Periodization is the systematic planning of training by varying volume and intensity across cycles to maximize performance and prevent overtraining.

Question 2

Which condition results from drinking excessive plain water during prolonged physical activity, diluting blood sodium to dangerous levels?

Accepted Answer

Hyponatremia

Answer

Hyponatremia occurs when blood sodium is dangerously diluted by excessive plain water intake, and can cause confusion, seizures, or death.

Question 3

In the ACFT, the Leg Tuck event was replaced by which alternative event?

Accepted Answer

Plank

Answer

The Army replaced the Leg Tuck with the Plank as the core endurance event on the ACFT after data showed it was more equitable across demographics.

Question 4

What is the primary risk factor for overuse injuries such as stress fractures during military training?

Accepted Answer

Rapid increases in training volume or intensity

Answer

Rapidly increasing training volume or intensity (violating the 10% weekly increase rule) is the leading cause of overuse injuries like stress fractures.

Question 5

Which branch of the U.S. military requires candidates to complete a Combat Fitness Test (CFT) that includes an 880-yard sprint with ammo cans?

Accepted Answer

Marine Corps

Answer

The Marine Corps Combat Fitness Test (CFT) includes an 880-yard maneuver-under-fire course that incorporates ammo-can lifts and carries.

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Military Physical Fitness 5